Status:
valid
Authors:
C.T.White
Source:
cmp
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Contr. Arnold Arbor. 4: 36 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667669
Common Names
- Montana Walnut
- Montana Endiandra
- Montana Walnut Tree
Synonyms
- Brassiodendron fragrans C.K.Allen [unknown]
- Endiandra fragrans (C.K.Allen) Kosterm. [unknown]
Description
Endiandra montana (also called Mountain Satinash, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lauraceae. It is native to Australia and can be found in rainforest habitats. It is a small tree with glossy green leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Endiandra montana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Endiandra montana has white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Endiandra montana is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 20 m tall. It is usually found in rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest. It is propagated by seed. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks.
Where to Find Endiandra montana
Endiandra montana is native to tropical rainforests in Queensland, Australia. It can be found in the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area.
Endiandra montana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Endiandra montana?
Endiandra montana
What is the natural habitat of Endiandra montana?
Endiandra montana is found in tropical rainforests in Australia.
What are the characteristics of Endiandra montana?
Endiandra montana is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It has glossy, dark green leaves and white or pink flowers.
Species in the Endiandra genus
Endiandra acuminata,
Endiandra aggregata,
Endiandra albiramea,
Endiandra aneityensis,
Endiandra anthropophagorum,
Endiandra archboldiana,
Endiandra arfakensis,
Endiandra asymmerrica,
Endiandra baillonii,
Endiandra beccariana,
Endiandra bellendenkerana,
Endiandra bessaphila,
Endiandra brassii,
Endiandra bullata,
Endiandra carrii,
Endiandra chartacea,
Endiandra clavigera,
Endiandra clemensii,
Endiandra collinsii,
Endiandra compressa,
Endiandra cooperana,
Endiandra coriacea,
Endiandra cowleyana,
Endiandra crassiflora,
Endiandra cuneata,
Endiandra cyphellophora,
Endiandra dichrophylla,
Endiandra dielsiana,
Endiandra discolor,
Endiandra djamuensis,
Endiandra dolichocarpa,
Endiandra elaeocarpa,
Endiandra elongata,
Endiandra engleriana,
Endiandra euadenia,
Endiandra eusideroxylocarpa,
Endiandra faceta,
Endiandra ferruginea,
Endiandra firma,
Endiandra flavinervis,
Endiandra floydii,
Endiandra forbesii,
Endiandra formicaria,
Endiandra fulva,
Endiandra gem,
Endiandra gemopsis,
Endiandra gillespiei,
Endiandra glauca,
Endiandra globosa,
Endiandra grandifolia,
Species in the Lauraceae family
Actinodaphne acuminata,
Actinodaphne albifrons,
Actinodaphne amabilis,
Actinodaphne ambigua,
Actinodaphne archboldiana,
Actinodaphne areolata,
Actinodaphne bicolor,
Actinodaphne borneensis,
Actinodaphne bourdillonii,
Actinodaphne bourneae,
Actinodaphne brassii,
Actinodaphne caesia,
Actinodaphne campanulata,
Actinodaphne candolleana,
Actinodaphne celebica,
Actinodaphne cinerea,
Actinodaphne concinna,
Actinodaphne concolor,
Actinodaphne corymbosa,
Actinodaphne crassa,
Actinodaphne cupularis,
Actinodaphne diversifolia,
Actinodaphne dolichophylla,
Actinodaphne elegans,
Actinodaphne ellipticibacca,
Actinodaphne engleriana,
Actinodaphne ferruginea,
Actinodaphne forrestii,
Actinodaphne fragilis,
Actinodaphne fuliginosa,
Actinodaphne furfuracea,
Actinodaphne glabra,
Actinodaphne glauca,
Actinodaphne glaucina,
Actinodaphne glomerata,
Actinodaphne gracilis,
Actinodaphne henryi,
Actinodaphne hirsuta,
Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla,
Actinodaphne javanica,
Actinodaphne johorensis,
Actinodaphne kinabaluensis,
Actinodaphne koshepangii,
Actinodaphne kostermansii,
Actinodaphne kweichowensis,
Actinodaphne lanata,
Actinodaphne lanceolata,
Actinodaphne latifolia,
Actinodaphne lawsonii,
Actinodaphne lecomtei,